Yoga

This style of yoga is designed to move you from the inside out. Each class begins with centering around a heart oriented theme that helps us to know and express ourselves completely. Principles of Anusara yoga are taught in a way that keep the class flowing and help connect body and breath. Opening to grace helps us to connect with our foundation and to the abundance of grace that is ever-present in our lives. Muscle energy helps us create stability and hug in to our inner light. Organic energy encourages us to expand and move beyond preconceived ideas of limitations that we might have for ourselves.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga is our basic introductory class open to all students. We talk about the 5 elements (asana, vinyasa, ujayi breath, dristhti, bandhas); and run through a modified sequence – including Sun Salutes, and some Standing and Primary series postures. We generally don’t count the breaths so we can study postures and alignment. This class is where we learn the basic sequence and practice so we can move onto Ashtanga Practice, Mysore Practice and Ashtanga Primary.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.

Each practice session is a journey. Create a practice that best suits your needs so that it is something that you look forward to. –David Swenson

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This is a one hour version of the 2 hour led Ashtanga Primary. We eliminate a few Standing and Primary series poses for time, but always include 4 Sun Salutes (2 A, 2 B), and entire Finishing series (inversions). The idea is to flow, so we don’t break down poses or practices into their component parts (If this interests you , join us for the Ashtanga Primer). This class is for students with experience of Sun Salutes, Standing and Seated postures – it does not have to be Ashtanga experience.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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This is the traditionally led 2 hour Ashtanga Primary including all the Sun Salutes, and all of the postures from the Standing, Primary and Finishing series with all vinyasa. There is minimal posture instruction; and the 5 breaths of each posture are counted aloud by the teacher(the conductor: train or orchestra). The point is to flow through the sequence like a train, so it too is an experienced only class. However – no one should push themselves past their limits or into injury. Any vinyasa or posture can be skipped, but the ujayi breath and mental focus are maintained. There is time for questions or to review any posture or practice before the train leaves the station, once it’s on track it does not stop! All aboard! Experienced only.

Members: Double dip your yoga pass. Guests: $25.
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Mysore (my-SOR-ee) classes are unique to Ashtanga Yoga. Students get individual attention from teachers, plus a supportive environment for practice. Class begins with the opening chant, then students proceed through their practice at their own pace – this is not a led class. Practice notes are encouraged if the entire sequence is not yet familiar. The teacher walks the room observing and advising individual students as needed – anything from what pose is next, to modifications and assists/adjusts for any posture. Introduction to Ashtanga classes are recommended before attending your first Mysore practice. Any level student with some Ashtanga experience and an eagerness to learn the sequence are welcome. Mysore Practice is a beautiful way to share, learn, and inspire each other on the beautiful journey of Ashtanga Yoga! Drop in rates, or single punch yoga pass – that means you get 90 minutes of yoga for a 60 minute price!

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Ashtanga Flow is a vinyasa class based on Ashtanga Yoga. It is open to all levels of students. Some days we may stick to the traditional sequence of Ashtanga; some days we may play with the sequence a bit – adding in Warrior III, modifying the Sun Salute, revolving Janu Sirsasana – whatever we like. Maybe you’ll feel so great from Mysore Practice, you’ll stay for Ashtanga Flow!! This is a class with a little wiggle room to study postures and practices, even from outside the Ashtanga Tradition.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Want to learn the Jumps of Ashtanga Yoga? Then this is the class for you! This class does NOT focus on the flow. We break down practices and poses into their constituent parts. We review Sun Salutes to make sure our form is correct, study difficult postures, and work on the myriad of jumps in Ashtanga yoga. This may involve hands on assists from the teacher or partner work. In this way we can study these practices without disturbing the flow of class.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.

When you master the jumps, you will not get a congratulations card from Mysore – you’ll just be given something else to work on!” The Jumps are a difficult challenge, take joy if/when you can do them, but remember they are just one part of the practice of Ashtanga Yoga, not a goal or an end in themselves. “Asanas are not the goal. They are a vehicle to access a deeper internal awareness. –David Swenson

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Although this class is titled “Beginners Yoga” it does not mean that it is limited to those of us who have never taken yoga before. This class is open to all yogis, from those new to yoga or those who have not been to a class in a while. Teachers rotate teaching this class in order to offer students an opportunity to sample different teaching styles. Yoga postures are explored by breaking each one apart and finding the best modification for you, at the stage in your practice. Breath and balance will take you where you need to go.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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BlissMama and Baby Yoga offers a fun and gentle approach to re-strengthening the mother’s body after pregnancy and labor, increasing energy levels and providing self-care while socializing with other new BlissMamas and their babies. The poses target core and pelvic muscles, tone arms and legs, and release tension in shoulders and neck. Breathing and relaxation exercises are also introduced to alleviate stress. The class also provides a peaceful environment for bonding with your baby and learning techniques for baby movement and massage. Mothers with babies that are 6 weeks old to active crawlers are welcome and no prior yoga experience is necessary.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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BlissMama Postnatal Yoga is a class specifically tailored for the new mama, 6 – 14 weeks postpartum. During the postpartum period, attention shifts from self-care of the mother to full-time newborn nurturing. The experience can be filled with an array of emotions, from happiness and joy to anxiety and fear, as well as feelings of fatigue and tension. The class gives new mothers permission to shift the focus back to themselves for 75 minutes, to safely re-strengthen and tone the body, improve energy levels and feel more refreshed and emotionally balanced. BlissMama Postnatal Yoga is taught once a month in a fun and rejuvenating environment, and includes time for discussion and new mama bonding. All levels welcome, no prior yoga experience necessary.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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BlissMama Prenatal yoga is a practice for mothers-to-be that includes breathing, meditation, movement, and deep relaxation to support the pregnant body and mind during this magical journey. BlissMamas will connect with their babies and reunite with their inner wisdom while developing graceful strength and courage with a calm focus to prepare for labor, childbirth, and motherhood. The class is taught in an open and safe environment for BlissMamas to share concerns and wonders they are experiencing. Must be 12 weeks pregnant to begin classes and no prior yoga experience is necessary.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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A special service offered privately in your home while in the early stages of labor. Heidi will visit you at home and provide up to 3 hours of caring laboring support with yoga-centered techniques. Breathing practices, vocalizations, guided relaxations, and gentle postures will be shared to help you stay strong, focused, and calm while you naturally progress. You are better able to relax and cope with the intensity of the experience while laboring in your comforting environment, which may lessen the likelihood of medical intervention and time spent at the hospital. This service is perfect for laboring mothers who are temporarily alone at home, or to provide collective support to the mother and birth partner/s prior to heading to the hospital. This service does not replace any necessary medical treatment by midwives or doctors. If interested in this incredibly helpful service, please contact Heidi in the last couple weeks of your pregnancy in order to discuss on-call plans. Private sessions are available between 6am – 10pm.
Members: $55/hour. Guests: $70/hour

BlissToddler & Me is a fun-loving, active yoga class in a safe, friendly environment for toddlers and their parent or caregiver. Together we will animate yoga poses that encourage and support toddlers’ physical explorations and growth. Stories, music and dance will be integrated to embrace the joy of being happy, healthy & blissful!
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BlissKids Yoga embraces the joy of being a kid by providing a safe, fun and active way to be happy, healthy and blissful! Through storytelling and imaginative play, children will explore yoga poses, breathing practices, and guided relaxation to foster creativity, self-esteem, and calming techniques.
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Bliss Big Kids will improve strength, flexibility, coordination and Literacy! Children will learn how to focus and center themselves with various breathing and visualization techniques. They will explore the art of story telling with yoga. They will also learn self-respect and respect for others with the practice of fun postures, group games, breathing and music. Class is 45 minutes. Ages 6 – 10 year olds welcomed.
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Take your yoga practice on an inward journey, quieting the body and mind to encourage expansion at every level of your being! Delve into this deeply healing practice that is Yin Yoga opening the physical body to foster fluidity of movement and ease.

On a physical level we create space in the joints and connective tissue by learning to relax muscles while engaging very basic long held yoga poses. On an energetic level these poses pressurize the body’s organ meridians to cleanse and purify, facilitating the flow of Chi, our vital life force. On an emotional level we practice letting go and connecting to our heart center coming into stillness to find peace within. Enjoy this class to only the flickering lights of candles that allows you to find full relaxation for a good night’s sleep, as well as, rejuvenation that will continue through the entire week!

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Core Strength Vinyasa is a fun, creative, whole body yoga flow that also gives you more calorie-burning, body-transforming benefits. Challenge your body & mind while discovering new alignment and gaining an anatomical understanding of the Core. Find out what the Core really is, and how to use it properly on the mat to see more results in life – strength, flexibility, weight loss, balance, focus, and more.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Feel the aches and pains of daily living and know yoga can help? No matter if you are a busy parent, sit at a computer for hours, or work your body hard with various sports & activities, this is a class for Every Body. Experience how good yoga can make YOUR body feel. This class will blend Hatha Yoga (static poses) with Vinyassa (stringing poses together to create a flow). Focus area that carry tension like back, hamstrings, and hips will always be explored. No experience necessary.

Traditional postures introduced in Yoga Foundations will be expanded upon in this all-levels Hatha Yoga practice. Precise instruction will also include an introduction to Sun Salutations and a variety of standing and seated poses. This class is open to anyone looking for a gentle challenge to enhance one’s balance, strength, and inner-calm. Relax, Breathe, Stretch!

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Hatha Flow is a feel-good blend of abiding in poses and seamless dynamic movement. The practice explores the empowering dance between the flow and the pause, and allows your experience to be a meditation in action. The combination of fluid sequencing and static poses has many benefits that include strengthening the bones, ligaments and tendons, improving balance and flexibility, toning muscles, and enhancing mental focus and body awareness. All levels are welcome and each class will include centering, warm-ups, flowing sequences with static yoga postures (standing and seated), inversions, breath awareness, and deep relaxation.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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The room is intentionally heated because of the many benefits it offers to your body. Heat protects your muscles as they move through their full range of motion. When practicing in the heat, endorphins are released helping to reverse the negative effects of stress. Heat increases the heart rate, which in turn, strengthens the heart. Heat causes the collagen around the joints to soften for more freedom of movement and improves the nervous system.

Be prepared to sweat. The process of sweating releases toxins, and exfoliates and rejuvenates the skin, which is the largest organ of your body. You will leave glowing. Hydration is extremely important so drink plenty of water before coming to hot yoga. Some yoga postures squeeze and flush your kidneys which release toxins in your body. Water is essential to help flush those toxins out. It is also important to drink water after class. You will be sweating and drinking water will help replenish the fluid that was lost during class.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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This yoga helps to promote happy, healthy, & peaceful Yogis! For many, Kundalini yoga, is a spiritual practice. This class will combine breath work, repetitive kriya, meditation & mantra. Awaken your life-force energy – Feel joy and vitality that Kundalini Yoga brings to the body.
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Partner yoga is a modern twist on an ancient practice. By working with a partner you can stretch deeper and more effectively into poses – sometimes with less physical effort on your part, giving you insight into the full potential of a pose before you can achieve it on your own. It also fosters a deep sense of trust and connection – your experience is literally in each other’s hands (or feet, or back, or….)! Partner Yoga is most compatible with someone of similar size and ability; but sometimes the fun (and learning) is in adapting poses to fit a variety of sizes and abilities. The human body is able to sense proper force and support, to mold and adjust – making it the ideal “prop”. It is a fun, lighthearted, exploratory practice; and complements any style of individual Hatha yoga practice. Remembering and visualizing assists from Partner Yoga takes you deeper into poses when practicing alone. Appropriate for all levels of yoga experience; bring your own partner, or pre register if you need one.
Remember: If you do not have a friend, family member or partner, wanting to take this class with you, contact Mary Jo Schick (maryjo@theblissblissbliss.com) about your participation in this class. If you would enjoy a different time for this class let her know this too. Price: Use your yoga pass

Power Vinyasa is a flowing series of asanas (vinyasa) linked by the breath, designed to build strength and stamina in the body, tranquility in the mind. The flow is vigorous but suitable for all levels with modifications given throughout. Power Vinyasa engages every muscle group with emphasis on developing balance and flexibility. Pranayama (breathing) exercises and meditation commonly included.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Restorative yoga postures use several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets to support the body in restful positions. These poses are held longer than in other yoga classes to enhance the release of tension related to stress, muscular tightness, or any other factors that leave one feeling imbalanced. Benefits include soothing the nervous system, nourishing muscles and organs, and mental clarity.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Tai Chi is a meditation in movement designed to unify the body and mind through the use of slow moving, fluid postures and coordinated breathing techniques. Each class will stress individuality and act as a guide for the student to find a way of performing Tai Chi that works for them. We will learn Tai Chi forms (sequences of movements), Qigong, and partner exercises.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Yoga is great for teens! Athletes can improve performance and flexibility, and learn techniques for focusing the mind. All can benefit from learning ways to use the body and breath to reduce stress. Join us for classes designed to meet the unique needs of teens.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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This class introduces the practice of flowing smoothly through our yoga poses to build focus, concentration, and determination. A greater focus on proper alignment, arm balances, strengthening poses will help youth appreciate and understand their growing bodies. Breathing exercises and relaxation techniques will help youth cope with stress in their every day lives. We will incorporate meditation and mindfulness exercises.

Flow with strength and grace in a dynamic Ashtanga-inspired yoga practice that synchronizes fluid movement with smooth, deep breathing. Participants will learn safe alignment in postures, explore movement as meditation, and improve whole-body strength and stamina. The class will include centering, sun salutations, standing and seated poses, backbends, gentle inversions, and deep relaxation. All levels are welcome in this active class.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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This class brings about balance in the masculine / feminine, the yin / yang, the right / left, and the negative / positive? Join this class to celebrate the polarities with Hatha style Asana and kundalini infused repetition of postures linked with breath, movement and mantra. Enjoy Shiva / Shakti!

Shiva is the god of the yogis. He represents the destruction of the ego. His consort is Shakti. Shakti is the personification of the divine feminine creative power. She is the agent of change and liberation.
Balanced, united, together, these energies create the whole and bring us to the state of Bliss.

Yin Yoga is the perfectly slow and deep practice of holding floor poses for up to five minutes at a time. With an emphasis on the connective tissues of the hips, thighs, pelvis, and lower spine, it is the ideal compliment to the more muscular, or “yang,” forms of yoga such as vinyasa. Savor drawing your awareness away from your muscles and deeper into your bones to experience a strong sense of calm and opening.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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Join us at BlissBlissBliss during your lunch hour for an express yoga class to keep you focused, energized, and balanced for the rest of the day. Enjoy an afternoon boost with no caffeine required!

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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This is not a class but a private session designed specifically for the client and their needs. This hour long session can be shared by two people.

Pricing:
— 6x Member: $57 (60 min), $92 (90 min)
— Guest: $75 (60 min), $115 (90 min)
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This class will focus on those 50 years and older attempting to practice yoga for the first time, returning to yoga after a hiatus or just wanting to do yoga. Poses will include basic and gentle poses for older people who may require more assistance. Breath, the connection of the mind and the body, and relaxation will be emphasized while calling attention to balance, strength, and flexibility.

Members: Use your yoga pass. Guests: $15.
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4 week long Yoga Kids class for 3-7 year olds. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To Register contact Adrian Kettering at adrian@theblissblissbliss.com. The benefits of yoga for children are much the same as they are for adults: stress relief, relaxation, flexibility, exercise and movement. It is a great way to get your child active, and also to learn a little about their connection with nature and the environment. And the best part is that there are no issues with competition because everyone wins in yoga! When scheduled the class is for 4 weeks. Pricing: $40 for 4 classes (siblings $32).
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